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Nirguna: without qualities, beyond description or form.
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Nirguna: a physical god with a visible form.
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Nirguna: a temporary form of Brahman.
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Brahman: ultimate reality.
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Brahman: creator deity in the Trimurti.
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Brahman: individual eternal soul.
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Brahman: cycle of death and rebirth.
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Advaita-style: realising unity with Brahman.
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Advaita-style: gaining a favourable human rebirth.
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Non-harming: vegetarianism, animal care, environment.
Peace: peaceful conflict resolution.

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Non-harming: vegetarianism, animal care, environment.
Peace: peaceful conflict resolution.

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Self-defence: violence whenever challenged, hunting.
Victory: forceful conflict resolution.

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Prosperity: business success, material possessions.
Competition: defeating economic rivals.

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Worship: daily puja, temple offerings.
Festivals: public religious celebrations.

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